Definition of Difference
Difference
dif·fer·ence


Definition/Meaning
(noun)
A noticeable or significant distinction between two or more things.

e.g. The difference between the two products is their quality.

(noun)
the state or quality of being unlike or dissimilar (different);

e.g. She feels that the difference of her experience makes her a stronger candidate for the position.

(noun)
a quarrel, dispute, or disagreement caused by not having the same opinions, or something that causes such a situation (often used as "differences");

e.g. There was a difference between the two sides, but they were able to discuss a solution that agreed with both of them.

(noun)
a significant effect on or change to a situation;

e.g. Your words will not make any difference to him once he has made up his mind.



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  • "Nobody cares about your product, service or solution. All they care about is the difference you can make for their organization." -- Jill Konrath

  • "The difference between the right word and the almost right word is like the difference between lightning and a lightning bug." -- Mark Twain

  • "When you focus on making difference on other people's lives, your life is the one that improves the most." -- Roxanne Emmerich



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